MAY 2013

:MAY NATURALLY BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY with FOOD

Source: [1] www.thewellnesswarrior.com.au. Images: www.lovingearth.net

+ ?WHAT IS CAMU CAMU POWDER WHY IS IT SO GOOD FOR ME Camu Camu is

a berry grown in Peru, where traditionally it’s made into a juice by people of the rainforest to:

• Support the immune system + ward off viral infections

• Help maintain optimal health, especially under conditions of stress and anxiety, which tend

to deplete the immune system

• Plus, Camu Camu promotes healthy gums, eyes and skin and supports the functions of the

brain (nervous system) and heart (circulatory system)1

ITS SUPER NUTRITION PROFILE: bioflavonoids, the amino acids ser-

ine, valine, and leucine, plus considerable quantities of thiamine, riboflavin

and niacin. Plus, 30 to 60 times more vitamin C than an orange. Its vitamin C

content is second only to Gubinge (a native Australian plum).

:HOW TO EAT CAMU CAMU POWDER directions state to take 1

teaspoon of Camu Camu powder at least once a day: stir it into water, coco-

nut water, kefir, fresh juice, or smoothies. You can also add it into desserts.

It has a tangy citrus flavour.

COCONUT KEFIR

Source: [2] www.oprah.com. Image: www.thekefircompany.co.nz

?WHAT IS KEFIR Kefir is a fermented probiotic drink, originally from the Caucasus

Mountains in the former Soviet Union [they made it with milk there]. Kefir is made by com-

bining liquid [milk, water, juice] with a pinch of "kefir grains"—the folk term coined to

describe a complex mixture of yeasts and lactobacillus bacteria. The small amount of

carbon dioxide, alcohol and aromatic compounds produced by the cultures give kefir its

distinct fizz and tangy taste.

:HOW TO DRINK IT we love kefir straight up, but you can also make a super smoothie

by blending kefir with organic fruit and Camu Camu powder!

What are kefir’ ?s benefits Stimulates immune system; enhances lactose diges-

tion; inhibits tumours, fungi and pathogens. Kefir has been famously credited with the ex-

traordinary longevity of people in the Caucasus. Hospitals in the former Soviet Union use

kefir—especially when no modern medical treatment is available—to treat conditions rang-

ing from atherosclerosis, allergic disease, metabolic and digestive disorders and tuberculo-

sis to cancer and gastrointestinal disorders.2

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Say hello to Putiputi Ra’s new new new new newsletter! Well, aren't we fancy? But enough about us; this newsletter is actually for you.

It’s all about simplifying and supporting your life and health. Each month you’ll find tips on foods, herbs and supplements to naturally support your

health + the best ways to incorporate them into your diet; easy recipes that are delicious and nourishing; and the latest goss [straight from Don, of

course]. Now, with colder weather on the way, we want to show you ways to prevent getting sick, using nature’s best defense: whole foods! We hope

you enjoy the newsletter… Be well—and get reading!

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Dahl is a classic Indian dish, and a very healing food according to the principles of Ayurveda, as it aids digestion and balances the doshas.

The spices are very healing, especially the turmeric for its anti-inflammatory properties that become even more powerful with a pinch of

black pepper. It’s a one-pot wonder and is very versatile. You can change it up by mixing in whatever seasonal veggies you have on hand.

DAHL - SPICED LENTIL SOUP

:INGREDIENTS

1.5 cups red or dahl lentils

2 tbsp extra virgin coconut oil

1 tsp mustard seeds

1 tsp fennel seeds

1 tbsp turmeric [fresh, if possible]

2 small green chilies, left whole

1 onion, thinly sliced

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

1 carrot, grated

1 medium kumara, small cubes

2 tomatoes [optional]

1/2 cup fresh coriander, chopped

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Plain Mahoe Farmhouse yogurt

:DIRECTIONS Soak lentils overnight in warm filtered water with a piece of kombu or 2 table-

spoons of yogurt; this maximizes nutrient density by mitigating the effects of antinutrients

[particularly phytates and enzyme inhibitors] that legumes naturally contain.3 Drain and rinse well.

Add coconut oil, mustard and fennel seeds to a large pot over medium heat, then put lid on. When

the seeds start popping, add onion, garlic and ginger and sauté until softened [3-4 minutes] before

adding the dried spices. Sauté for further 1 minute to release the spices’ essential oils.

Then add turmeric, chilies, carrots, kumara and tomatoes: stir and add filtered water to generously

cover. Lower the heat and let simmer until the lentils are cooked. This will turn to an orange-y

mush, and you can add more liquid as necessary so that it doesn’t clump or stick to the bottom of

the pot. You can add more liquid to make this more of a soup, or keep it thick and eat on its own,

or serve over a bed of brown rice or quinoa. Just before serving, we like to add cauliflower, spinach

and/or broccoli for some extra cruciferous anti-inflammatory power.

Serve with rice or quinoa [or go nuts and make your own roti or naan with spelt or rye flour… but

that’s for another newsletter].

Top dahl with fresh parsley, coriander + plain unsweetened yogurt.

Raw choco-coco FUDGE

Coconut-y, chocolate-y treats can be

good for you: if you use creamed

coconut, raw cacao powder,

immune-boosting spices, and a few

dates for sweetness!

One of the many benefits of high-

quality organic coconut is its power-

ful antibacterial, antiviral and anti-

fungal agents4: perfect for winter,

especially, but great for any time of

year.

:Bonus creamed coconut tastes

amazing.

:INGREDIENTS

2 cups creamed coconut, softened

12 large Medjool dates [or 24 small dates -

choose very soft ones], mashed

2/3 cup raw cacao powder

1/2 tsp chili powder/cayenne pepper

1 tsp cinnamon powder

1/2 vanilla bean, scraped

1/2 tsp Himalayan sea salt

Make sure creamed coconut is soft; stir if needed.

Add mashed dates and salt and mix well; a hand-held

blender works well—unless you want the work out!

Then add cacao, chili and cinnamon.

Press into a square or rectangular ceramic dish,

smooth top over and put in the freezer for at 30 min-

utes.

Keep in the fridge… If it lasts.

Source: [4] www.drmercola.info. Image: www.yourinstinct.net

Hello, er, I mean woof. I’m Rupert and

you might have seen me outside Putiputi

Ra, waiting for my human… And for

treats from Don.

Guess what? My doggie immune system

needs a boost, too! My immune system

is what helps protect me against all the

same things as humans. And fleas, ahem.

My mum gives me FLEE-FLEA. It’s a

natural, nutritional supplement for cats

and dogs that helps deter fleas and

improves our health and wellbeing.

Flee-Flea is a mix of healthy food ingredi-

ents: brewers yeast, garlic, wheatgerm,

kelp, dolomite, ascorbic acid, lecithin,

wheat bran, and sulphur. I don’t even

notice it mixed in my food every day!

PUTIPUTI RA ORGANICS HEALTH + ECO STORE | 79 WALTON ST, WHANGAREI 0110 | 09 430 0606

Source: [3] www.nourishedkitchen.com

Recipes IMMUNE-BOOSTING … That aRE YUM, TOO!

SUPPLEMENTS Why your immune system likes probiotics:

Up to 70% of your immune system resides in

your digestive system. There, beneficial bacteria

and probiotics communicate with immune and

digestive cells to help the body appropriately

respond to foods, micro-organisms, and all other

immune challenges that you encounter.

Immune function can be positively affected by

improving the health of the gut with a probiotic

like Radiance® Pro-B Immune.

An everyday probiotic: If you don’t have any current complaints,

but want to stay in tip top health,

Radiance® Pro-B Balance is the probiotic

for you.

This natural strawberry flavoured chew-

able tablet can be taken by the whole

family (ages 2 and up) to support good

health and balance, everyday. FROM THE

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